Caitlin Shi
About Caitlin Shi
Caitlin Shi is an Assistant Category Merchandiser with a background in design and merchandising. She has experience in social media management and has worked for various fashion companies, including AnaOno and Tommy John.
Work at Rue Gilt Groupe
Caitlin Shi currently serves as an Assistant Category Merchandiser at Rue Gilt Groupe, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she utilizes her merchandising skills to enhance product offerings and optimize the shopping experience. Her responsibilities include analyzing market trends and collaborating with various teams to ensure effective category management. Caitlin's experience in this position contributes to the company's focus on delivering high-quality fashion products to its customers.
Education and Expertise
Caitlin Shi earned a Bachelor of Science in Design & Merchandising with a Minor in Marketing from Drexel University, completing her studies from 2018 to 2022. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both design principles and marketing strategies. Additionally, Caitlin possesses expertise in Adobe Photoshop, which enhances her capabilities in visual merchandising and product presentation.
Background in Fashion Internships
Caitlin has gained valuable experience through various internships in the fashion industry. She worked as a Luxury Fashion Intern at Purple for two months in 2021, where she contributed to high-end fashion projects. Prior to that, she interned at Tommy John as an Apparel & Fashion Intern from 2017 to 2018 for six months. These internships allowed her to develop practical skills and insights into the fashion merchandising process.
Previous Role at AnaOno
Before her current position, Caitlin Shi worked as a Digital Merchandiser at AnaOno from 2021 to 2022. In this role, she focused on enhancing the online merchandising strategy, leveraging her skills in social media management to improve brand visibility and customer engagement. This experience helped her to refine her merchandising capabilities and understand the dynamics of digital retail.
Skills in Social Media Management
Caitlin possesses strong skills in social media management, which complement her merchandising expertise. Her ability to effectively engage with audiences on social platforms enhances her merchandising strategies, allowing her to connect products with potential customers. This skill set is particularly valuable in today's digital-first retail environment.